Odd numbers handled gracefully
If your list has an odd count, one entry becomes a 'group of three' rather than being left out. The tool flags this clearly so you can re-roll if needed.
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Random pair generator
Need to pair people up for an exercise, a doubles match, or a 1v1 tournament? Paste your list, click once.
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When to use this
Use it for language-class partner work, mentor/mentee matching at a meet-up, doubles draws, secret santa, code-pairing, dance class partners, or 1v1 ladder seeding.
Step by step
- 1
Paste names
One per line.
- 2
Generate pairs
Already preset to 'pairs' on this page.
- 3
Copy or download
Send the list to your group via chat or print it.
Privacy for sensitive pairings
Mentor pairings and HR matchings are sensitive. Because everything happens in your browser, the names never leave your device. There is no server log, no analytics on your input data.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I avoid the same pair twice?
Run the tool again — Fisher-Yates makes a same-pair repeat extremely unlikely with more than 6 people.
Is this good for secret santa?
It is great for the random matching part, but it cannot guarantee no one draws themselves. Re-roll if so.
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Free forever for basic use. No signup required. The free version really does do the job.
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